Makoto Kurosaki, the brother of Yu Kurosaki, is a highly skilled sharpener from Echizen, Japan. Trained by master blacksmith Hiroshi Kato, he collaborates with renowned Echizen-based craftsmen, including Yoshimi Kato and Yu Kurosaki, to establish his own unique and high quality brand.
About Echizen: A Heritage of Excellence
Echizen, located in Fukui Prefecture, is one of Japan's renowned knife capitals. The kitchen knives made in Echizen, known as *Echizen Uchi Hamono*, are part of a tradition that dates back around 700 years. These knives are designated as "Traditional Crafts" by the Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry, signifying their cultural and historical significance.
